Where to find out about the value of a pistol

[LarryS]

I'm thinking of selling a couple of .38s. One Rossi and one S/w. Where can I find out what they're worth?

Thanks,

Larry

[TripleDigitRide]

You can always compare prices at Gunbroker.com, GunsAmerica.com, etc. You can also buy a subscription to https://store.bluebookinc.com/home/default.aspx

[Guest bheard]

What are they?

Somone will help.

BH

[56FordGuy]

If you can post what they are (model, condition) I can look them up in my Blue Book for you. However, I'd suggest you check what similar guns are selling for on gunbroker, Auction Arms, etc to get a feel for current market value.

[LarryS]

OK here they are:

1. Rossi .38 special serial #:D224xxx

made in Brazil, the Garcia Corp, Amadeo Rossi, Sao Leopoldo, RS

Ind. BHRS

Marc Reg, 5 shot

Chrome plated in good shape but used, black trigger cylinder button, and hammer, 2.5" barrel

Nothing more, no model #

Small frame revolver. uncomfortably small for my hand, may be a ladies gun.

2. Taurus .38 special (I decided to keep the S/W) nickel plated 2.25" barrel, looks like holster scratches or something on the frame. wood grips, 6 shot, Serial # 139xxxx, Forjas Taurus, Ralegre - RS - Brasil

Thanks for the info and help!

Larry

[56FordGuy]

I'm having a hard time figuring out what model they might be. My book doesn't list a Rossi with a 2.5 inch barrel, only 2 or 3". Are they single or double action? Are the hammers exposed?

[TripleDigitRide]

You may get better/faster results if you post some pictures.

[LarryS]

double action, exposed hammer ... I figure they're 25+ yrs

if that link doesn't work here's one that should

http://tinyurl.com/ccr3zq

Edited March 1, 2009 by LarryS
adding pics

[KahrMan]

After looking at the pics and going thru Blue book, my best guess is your Rossi is a MODEL 68.

MODEL 68

- .38 Spl. cal., 5 shot, 2 or 3 in. barrel, blue or nickel (3 in. barrel only), choice of wood or rubber grips with 2 in. barrel. Disc. 1998.

Grading 100% 98% 95% 90% 80% 70% 60%

$165 $135 $100 $90 $80 $70 $65

[Guest PerazziTM1]

Condition will also be a big factor in determining their value. I see your in Knoxville, so you might want to visit some of the gun shows and look for "like" guns in about the same condition to help you determine the value.

Of course the real value of your gun is what a knowledgeable buyer will give to a knowledgeable seller.

[LarryS]

I'll probably let the Rossi go for $100+